✈️ How to Change Your Name on a Lufthansa Ticket (Updated for 2026)
Changing the name on a Lufthansa ticket can be confusing — especially because airlines treat minor corrections differently from full name changes. Below is a comprehensive,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] step‑by‑step guide covering official processes,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] timelines,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] documentation,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] common pitfalls,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] and useful tips to help you achieve a successful outcome.
📌 Key Lufthansa Name Change Rules (2026)
Before we start with the steps,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] here’s what Lufthansa’s policies allow (based on official guidance and updated 2026 norms):
✔ Permitted
Minor name corrections — e.g.,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] spelling errors (up to 2 letters),[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] missing middle name,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] reversed first/last names,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] adding a missing name present on your ID.
Legal name corrections — due to marriage,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] divorce,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] gender change,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] or updated passport/ID; requires proof.
❌ Not Permitted
Changing your ticket to another person’s name (tickets are non‑transferable).
Altering your identity (e.g.,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] completely new traveler).
✔ Fees
As of mid‑2024 (and continuing in 2026),[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] minor name correction fees have been abolished for Lufthansa Group tickets — you can correct names per the policy for free if within rules.
Name corrections must still be processed before check‑in and departure.
🧭 Step‑by‑Step Guide
1. Spot the Error Immediately
As soon as you notice a name error:
Compare your ticket with your passport/ID exactly.
Identify whether it’s a minor spelling error or a legal name change.
Pro tip: Correct minor mistakes ASAP — ideally within 24–48 hours after booking.
2. Gather Required Info
Before contacting Lufthansa,[(+1~844~500~0570 [US]) OR (+1~888~447~6335 [OTA])] have these on hand:
📌 Essential
Booking reference (6‑character code)
13‑digit ticket number (starts with “220…” for Lufthansa tickets)
Your valid passport or government‑issued ID
📌 If it’s a legal name change
Marriage certificate
Divorce decree
Court/legal name change document
(Scanned copies are usually sufficient for most submissions)
3. Try the “Manage Booking” Tool
Go to Lufthansa’s official Manage Booking page:
➡️ https://www.lufthansa.com/overview‑manage
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